dubstep

[ duhb-step ]
/ ˈdʌbˌstɛp /

noun

a style of mostly instrumental electronic music, originating in London, influenced by dub and characterized by syncopated rhythm and an emphasis on bass and drum elements.

Origin of dubstep

2000–05; dub4 (in the sense “a subgenre of reggae produced by remixing”) + step

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British Dictionary definitions for dubstep

dubstep
/ (ˈdʌbˌstɛp) /

noun

a genre of electronic music conveying a dark and brooding atmosphere through prominent bass lines

Word Origin for dubstep

C21: from dub 1 (sense 6) + step